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Teenage Life Skills Checklist PDF
Raising a teenager can be difficult, and it’s important to equip them with the skills they need to succeed in life. This teenage life skills checklist can help you do just that. It includes everything from basic life skills, like how to do laundry and make a meal, to more advanced concepts, like how to […]
COPING SKILLS FOR TEENS
It can be tough being a teen. There’s so much pressure to fit in and act a certain way, and it seems like everyone has something they’re dealing with. For some teens, it can feel like there’s no way out. In recent years, the pandemic has made things even more difficult and stressful for teens. […]
Interview with a School Based Occupational Therapist – Day in the Life Video Series #5
Julie started out as a realtor but after having a family she started to realize that her career was hard with young children. She went to the local community college and took a career assessment. Occupational therapy came up and the rest is history for her! She started out in skilled nursing and then made […]
I Can Statements PDF – Free
I Can Statements are powerful learning tools. When these resources are used correctly, these statements can help students understand what they are expected to do and why. If you’re interested in using I Can Statements in your classroom, you can download a free PDF at the bottom of this post. This free resource PDF includes […]
Jump Rope Activities for Elementary Students
If you can hop to the rhythm, try this inexpensive cardiovascular workout using jump rope activities for elementary students and older! Jumping rope helps improve muscular endurance, coordination, and brain function, the American Heart Association states. Before any jump-rope game, strap on supportive athletic shoes and warm up. Using a jump rope for other activities […]
Sleep for Kindergarteners
Getting ready to start kindergarten is a big transition for little kids. Often times parents are getting their children ready with preschool, enrichment activities, outdoor playtime and more. Sometimes some of the most simple strategies can be overlooked. For example, sleep for kindergarteners is extremely important for success in the classroom. WHAT DOES THE RESEARCH […]
School Crossword Puzzle for Kids
Looking for a fun activity to entertain the kids? Try this school crossword puzzle for kids to solve and color. Use the word bank and pictures to fill in the blanks. You can download this puzzle for free at the bottom of this blog post. WHAT SKILLS DO YOU WANT TO IMPROVE WITH THIS SCHOOL […]
ANGER MANAGEMENT FOR TEENS
While it is perfectly natural for teenagers to experience anger, unchecked rage can quickly become a problem. Anger management for teens is an important topic in today’s world. Uncontrolled anger can lead to all sorts of issues, such as academic and social problems, substance abuse, and even violence. Fortunately, there are many things teachers can […]
Experienced Pediatric Occupational Therapist Interview – Day in the Life Video Series #4
Stacia is an energetic OT who has been practicing for 33 years and she has worked with over 1000 children through the years. She loves using her dogs (mastiffs) to help support her therapy services. This was one of my favorite interviews so far! Listen in to my pediatric occupational therapist interview. She started off […]
Visual Learning Strategies
Are you looking for new and innovative ways to help your students learn? Are you tired of the same old methods that seem to be ineffective? If so, you may want to consider using visual learning strategies. Visual learning strategies are a great way to help students learn content in a way that is more […]